1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 6 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 214 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 672 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Viper | VX220 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |