1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (323 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
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 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Express. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Viper | Express |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 2726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
