1995 Chrysler Viper vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, both 1995 Chrysler Viper and 1995 Rover 200 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 245 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (144 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 510 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200, 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Viper | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Viper | 200 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
