1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1988 Bitter Type III and 1988 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 1988 Bitter Type III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Bitter Type III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra. 1988 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1988 Bitter Type III has manual transmission. 1988 Bitter Type III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Bitter | Opel |
| Model | Type III | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
