1998 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1998 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 1998 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Cavalier | Viper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 8001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 49 L |
