1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 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 263 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (96 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 77 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 604. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Viper | 604 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
