1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Valiant | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
