1973 Bitter CD vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 15 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 135 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 699 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Bitter CD 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 1973 Bitter CD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Bitter | Plymouth |
Model | CD | Horizon |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |