2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger 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 226 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Viper | Charger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
