2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport 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. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
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, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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 (979 Nm) has 789 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Viper | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
Torque | 979 Nm | 190 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2930 mm |