1995 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 899 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Viper. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1995 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Viper | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Viper | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2946 mm |
