2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet 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 655 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
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 888 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
