1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. 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 401 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 193 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Viper | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Crown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8001 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 108 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |