1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica 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 303 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 595 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chrysler Viper | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Celica |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |