2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 702 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 784 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. 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 (953 Nm) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8521 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 777 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 953 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 155 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 Weight | 1614 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
