1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car 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 85 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. (365 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car.
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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viper | 442 Indy Pace Car |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
