2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona 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 (495 HP) has 405 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 433 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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 (678 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
