1973 Bitter CD vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cedric is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 404 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | CD | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
