1993 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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 107 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 34 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
