1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Viper would be higher. 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 249 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
