1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Camaro | Viper |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4295 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 376 HP |
Torque | 376 Nm | 620 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |