2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 (1,154 Nm) has 959 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 944 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 1154 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
