1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 108 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang.
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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Viper | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
