1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 34 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 82 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 Nissan Sentra, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | Type III | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
