1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 292 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 194 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viper | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
