1993 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Viper 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 117 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Viper | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
