1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1991 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Viper | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Viper | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
