1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 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 229 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Viper | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |