1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 44 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord 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. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | Type III | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
