2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 176 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Viper |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 1414 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 |