1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Coupe | Viper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
