1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Ram |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3580 mm |
