1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3, 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A3 | Viper |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 664 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |