1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Camaro | Viper |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 7999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 450 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 664 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |