1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
