2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 410 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 817 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Viper | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 979 Nm | 162 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |