1995 Acura Legend vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper 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 159 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 53 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper.
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, 1995 Acura Legend, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | Legend | Viper |
Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 7988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |