1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 630 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Viper | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Viper | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
