1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover. (375 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 994 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover. (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1992 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1992 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Viper | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Viper | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2891 mm |
