1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 54 kg more than 2005 Dodge 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Viper | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Viper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 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 | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
