1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 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 88 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester. 2003 Subaru Forester 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. 2003 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Bitter | Subaru |
| Model | Type III | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
