1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Century. (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chrysler Viper | 1974 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Century |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |