1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 187 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart. 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1970 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Dart |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
