1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 263 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 133 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Viper | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Viper | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
