1997 Chrysler Viper vs. 1997 Suzuki C2
To start off, both 1997 Chrysler Viper and 1997 Suzuki C2 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 138 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki C2. (251 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 742 kg more than 1997 Suzuki C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki C2, 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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki C2. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki C2.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chrysler Viper | 1997 Suzuki C2 | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | Viper | C2 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7984 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |