1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1997 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture 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 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 28 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 445 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, 1997 Chevrolet 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1997 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
Model | Type III | Venture |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |