1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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 240 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (179 Nm). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
