1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Viper 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 302 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chrysler Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Viper | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Venture |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
