1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 9 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 399 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 925 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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 606 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Viper | Carol |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |