1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 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 228 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 39 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Viper | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Viper | CR-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1604 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |