2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 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 340 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929.
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 845 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
