1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Dodge 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Impala | Viper |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
