1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. 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 247 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Viper | Commodore |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |