1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 19 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 251 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2012 Tata Safari 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
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1993 Chrysler Viper | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chrysler | Tata |
Model | Viper | Safari |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7985 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 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 | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |