1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 1999 Toyota Previa

To start off, both 1999 Chrysler Viper and 1999 Toyota Previa were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Viper.

Because 1999 Chrysler Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chrysler Viper 1999 Toyota Previa
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Viper Previa
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Roadster Minivan
Engine Size 7986 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 389 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5150 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2530 mm


 

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