2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1995 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1995 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
| Model | 7 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
