1995 Chrysler Viper vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Viper 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 342 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 800 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 562 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Viper | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Life |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
