1993 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 193 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
