1997 Chrysler Viper vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chrysler Viper 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 255 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Viper.
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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Viper | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7984 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
