1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 23 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 107 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Bitter | Dacia |
| Model | Type III | Duster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2673 mm |
