1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 129 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Viper |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6999 cc | 7985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 389 HP |
Torque | 624 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |