1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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 70 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | Type III | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| 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 | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
