1973 Bitter CD vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | CD | CR-V |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |