1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Viper. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1991 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1991 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Viper |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 906 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1130 mm |