1973 Bitter CD vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra is newer by 27 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 85 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 144 kg more than 2000 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | CD | Xterra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |