1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Honda Civic

To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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 203 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 141 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Dodge Viper 2011 Honda Civic
Make Dodge Honda
Model Viper Civic
Year Released 1989 2011
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7994 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 610 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 6100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1454 kg 1313 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4458 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1397 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 50 L


 

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