1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper 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 169 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Ford Falcon. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
