1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 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 236 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | 140 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
