1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 22 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 26 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Bitter | GMC |
| Model | Type III | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
