1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Viper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. Both 1999 Chrysler Viper and 1989 Chrysler Viper are equipped with a 7,986 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Viper | Viper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
