1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 21 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 655 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Viper | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2895 mm |
