1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1996 Toyota Venture is newer by 8 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 124 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 40 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, 1996 Toyota Venture, 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | Type III | Venture |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |