1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 8 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 254 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Viper.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Viper | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | Viper | Safari |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
