1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Viper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 980 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chrysler Viper | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | Viper | Europa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |