1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III. 1997 Chevrolet Express 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. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
Model | Type III | Express |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3440 mm |