1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 5 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 43 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 13 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, 1993 Ford Contour, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Type III | Contour |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
