2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 760. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 760.
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 (664 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (258 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | 760 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
