1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Viper. (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 374 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Viper. (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2001 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotec |
| Model | Viper | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1150 mm |
