2001 Chrysler Viper vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 132 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Viper | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | MPV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
