1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Viper | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
