1973 Bitter CD vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 586 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Bitter CD 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Bitter Toyota
Model CD Land Cruiser
Year Released 1973 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5353 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 226 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1724 kg 2310 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 96 L


 

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