1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 17 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 268 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 527 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chrysler Viper | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Viper | Defender |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3230 mm |