2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic 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 406 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 585 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
