2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 300 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore.
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 (664 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (198 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
