1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 311 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chrysler Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1998 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
