1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1988 Bitter Type III has manual transmission. 1988 Bitter Type III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | Type III | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
