1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Evora.
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, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Evora. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Viper | 2009 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Viper | Evora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
