1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 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 202 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chrysler Viper | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Viper | Discovery |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7985 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |