1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 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 302 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 50 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 (620 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | MR2 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |