1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Viper would be higher. 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 202 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1999 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1999 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Viper | Safari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
