1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 853 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Consorte | Viper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
