1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 1982 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 252 kg more than 1982 Toyota Crown. 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, 1991 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Viper | 1982 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Crown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
