1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 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 219 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 146 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
