1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 922 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Type III | Express |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
