2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1993 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 510 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (461 Nm). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1993 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | Viper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 7985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 389 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
