1997 Chrysler Viper vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1997 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Viper | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7984 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
