1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1977 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 170 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1977 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Viper | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
