1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 8 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 94 more horse power than 2001 Ford TE-50. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford TE-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1993 Chrysler 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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford TE-50. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | TE-50 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
