2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1989 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | 300 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
