1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari 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 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 122 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 740 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 1998 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Bitter | Tata |
Model | Type III | Safari |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |