1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 2 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | Type III | RS 200 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |