1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1971 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1971 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 372 kg more than 1971 Opel Commodore. 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 1971 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
