1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Suzuki Swift

To start off, both 1995 Dodge Viper and 1995 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 293 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 712 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Dodge Viper 1995 Suzuki Swift
Make Dodge Suzuki
Model Viper Swift
Year Released 1995 1995
Body Type Roadster Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7990 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 359 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 5150 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 621 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1542 kg 830 kg
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1590 mm


 

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