1995 Chrysler Viper vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 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 230 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chrysler Viper | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3240 mm |