1973 Bitter CD vs. 1992 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1992 Eagle Talon is newer by 19 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 93 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 494 kg more than 1992 Eagle Talon. 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, 1992 Eagle Talon, 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1992 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Bitter | Eagle |
| Model | CD | Talon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
