1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, both 1994 Dodge Viper and 1994 Volvo 850 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 119 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850.
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, 1994 Volvo 850, 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Viper | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Viper | 850 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |