2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1993 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 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 68 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1993 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1993 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1993 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Tahoe | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 7985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
