1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Viper. (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler Viper. (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Viper |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
