1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 73 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 505 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Bitter | Opel |
| Model | Type III | Antara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
