1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Viper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 705 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Viper | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Escort |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 85 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
