1989 Audi 200 vs. 1988 Bitter Type III
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 1 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 31 more horse power than 1989 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 180 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, 1989 Audi 200, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1988 Bitter Type III | |
| Make | Audi | Bitter |
| Model | 200 | Type III |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
