1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 689 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | 8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
