1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 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 (389 HP) has 322 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 130 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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 (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Viper | 88 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
