1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti 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 182 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 38 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper.
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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Avanti Avanti. 1976 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Dodge | Avanti |
Model | Viper | Avanti |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |