1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 1967 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 705 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. 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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Viper | 1967 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
