2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 400 kg more than 1966 Volvo 144. 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | 144 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
