1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life 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 164 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life 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, 1999 Honda Life 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | Type III | Life |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |