1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper 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 312 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 752 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life 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. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Life |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
