1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1991 Honda Legend
To start off, 1991 Honda Legend 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 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 9 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Legend weights approximately 250 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, 1991 Honda Legend, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1991 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | Type III | Legend |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
