1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 18 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 182 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3193 mm |
