1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Bitter Type III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Type III | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3050 mm |
