1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 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 57 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 1988 Bitter Type III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Bitter Type III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | Type III | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
