1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 340 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
