1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Viper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 770 kg more than 1972 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chrysler Viper | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |