1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1980 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman 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 190 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 180 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman. 1980 Holden Statesman 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. 1980 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1980 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
