1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper 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 268 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2990 mm |
