1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 17 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 755 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Bitter | Land Rover |
Model | Type III | Discovery |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |