1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 221 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 546 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | MR2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |