1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 403 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (576 Nm). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Camaro | Viper |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 389 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 621 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |