1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H 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 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (275 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 275 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Bitter | SsangYong |
| Model | Type III | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 275 HP |
| 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 | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |
