1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 1984 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon 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 269 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 216 kg more than 1984 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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Viper | 1984 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
