1992 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper 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 225 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 118 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
