2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 348 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
