1973 Bitter CD vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 34 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 78 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | CD | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 190 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 | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
