1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2002 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 7 kg more than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2002 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Roadmaster | Viper |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 678 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |