1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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 48 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Stavic.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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 | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Bitter | SsangYong |
| Model | Type III | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
