1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 24 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) has 192 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Viper | A5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
