1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 21 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1988 Bitter Type III has manual transmission. 1988 Bitter Type III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Type III | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
