1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream 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 57 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 176 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, 2011 Honda Stream, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | Type III | Stream |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
