1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Viper 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 191 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 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, 1991 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Viper | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| 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 | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
