1974 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1994 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. 1974 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1994 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1994 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Sedan | 1994 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Sedan | Viper |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
