1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 21 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, 1991 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 681 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Viper | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Viper | Exige |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 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 | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2299 mm |
