1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 20 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 71 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Focus, 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Type III | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
