1973 Bitter CD vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 37 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 431 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 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Bitter | Toyota |
Model | CD | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4000 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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 91 L |