1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 52 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 84 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | Type III | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |