1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 129 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 719 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Viper | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
