1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 22 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 (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (234 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra. 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tundra. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1989 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
