1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 660 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | Lagonda | Viper |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |