1973 Bitter CD vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 76 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bitter CD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Bitter | Plymouth |
| Model | CD | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
