1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 173 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper. 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Viper | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Viper | GTO |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 6548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |