2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1966 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 535 kg more than 1966 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1966 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Viper | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2060 mm |
