1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 539 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 714 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Because 1999 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (913 Nm) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1997 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
