1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 189 more horse power than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Viper | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Viper | Argento Viva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |