2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord 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 (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord. 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, 1997 Honda Accord, 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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1997 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Viper | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |