1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 22 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 1991 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Viper | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Viper | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 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 Length | 4460 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2852 mm |
