1995 Chrysler Viper vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, both 1995 Chrysler Viper and 1995 Mazda RX-7 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 151 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 290 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chrysler Viper | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Viper | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |