2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1971 Subaru R-2
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1971 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1070 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1971 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Frontier | R-2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 1930 mm |
