2000 Acura MDX vs. 1973 Bitter CD
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 27 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, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD.
Because 2000 Acura MDX 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, 2000 Acura MDX 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) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura MDX. (346 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1973 Bitter CD | |
| Make | Acura | Bitter |
| Model | MDX | CD |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
