1973 Bitter CD vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 32 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 312 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | CD | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
