1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe

To start off, both 1992 Dodge Viper and 1992 Hyundai Scoupe were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 245 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 558 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 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 1992 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe. (170 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Scoupe.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Dodge Viper 1992 Hyundai Scoupe
Make Dodge Hyundai
Model Viper Scoupe
Year Released 1992 1992
Body Type Roadster Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7990 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 359 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5150 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1542 kg 984 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2390 mm


 

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