1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, both 1971 Chrysler Valiant and 1971 Subaru R-2 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1971 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Valiant | R-2 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1930 mm |