1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, both 1994 Chrysler Viper and 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 112 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Viper.
Because 1994 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 1994 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Viper | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Viper | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |