1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 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 315 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Viper.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Viper | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
