1973 Bitter CD vs. 1996 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 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 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 329 kg more than 1996 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 1996 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | CD | Ranger |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |