1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | Type III | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 99 L |
