1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper 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 188 more horse power than 2001 Toyota FXS. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS. 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) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota FXS. (280 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota FXS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Viper | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | FXS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 280 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |