1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore. 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Viper | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Viper | Commodore |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |