1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 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 70 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (319 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 220 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chrysler Viper | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Viper | Camaro |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
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 | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2852 mm |