2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 300 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 650 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |