1979 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 258 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Viper |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 8400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 758 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1234 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |