1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 22 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 97 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Charger. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 223 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Viper.
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 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1990 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1990 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Viper | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Charger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3053 mm |
