1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 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 139 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (250 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 831 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Viper. 2010 Chevrolet Express 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. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Viper | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3429 mm |
