2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1990 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1990 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | 300 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2450 mm |
