1999 Audi TT vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | TT | Viper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
