1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 85 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Valiant | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2616 mm |
