1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Bitter Type III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Bitter Type III would be higher. 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 10 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Bitter Type III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | Type III | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
