1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1999 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 11 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 80 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 64 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Daewoo Nubira, 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. 1999 Daewoo Nubira 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. 1999 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1999 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Bitter | Daewoo |
| Model | Type III | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
