1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1995 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 78 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1995 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Avanti | Dodge |
| Model | Avanti | Viper |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
