1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 580 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer 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. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Type III | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
