1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 1998 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Viper | SC |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 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 | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
