1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 19 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 77 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Type III | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
