2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 345 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (979 Nm) has 832 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
