2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 403 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Viper |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 7985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |