1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 89 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 17 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 1988 Bitter Type III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Bitter Type III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | Type III | Cube |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
