2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat 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 515 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2000 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 885 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (94 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Viper | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
