1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry 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 287 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 412 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry, 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Camry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
