1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Viper | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
