1999 Nissan Pickup vs. 1973 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1999 Nissan Pickup is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 985 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Pickup | 1973 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Pickup | R-2 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1930 mm |