1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 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 141 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 778 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Ram |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3580 mm |
