1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 477 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 404. 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Viper | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Viper | 404 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |