1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 635 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |