1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina 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 313 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 511 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Carina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
