1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, both 1999 Dodge Viper and 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 663 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 (705 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viper | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
