1995 Chrysler Viper vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Supra. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 33 kg more than 1991 Toyota Supra. 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Viper | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Supra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
