1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Jaguar Kensington
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar Kensington. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar Kensington would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar Kensington.
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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. (433 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar Kensington.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1990 Jaguar Kensington | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | Kensington |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
