1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2000 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2000 Honda Avancier is newer by 12 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 63 more horse power than 2000 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Avancier weights approximately 220 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, 2000 Honda Avancier, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Avancier. 2000 Honda Avancier 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. 2000 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2000 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | Type III | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
