1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 3 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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Viper | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotec |
| Model | Viper | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
