1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 24 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 53 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 66 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, 2012 Dodge Caliber, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Bitter | Dodge |
Model | Type III | Caliber |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |