1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Viper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 112 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
