1973 Bitter CD vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 39 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 134 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | CD | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
