1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Subaru Justy

To start off, 1986 Subaru Justy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1986 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Justy. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Justy.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Chrysler Town & Country 1986 Subaru Justy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model Town & Country Justy
Year Released 1970 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6284 cc 1188 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 97 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2130 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2290 mm


 

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