1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa 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 257 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Viper.
Because 1993 Chrysler Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chrysler Viper | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Previa |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7985 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |