1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 13 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 16 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Because 1989 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Viper | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
