2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Sidewinder would be higher. Both 2000 Dodge Viper and 1999 Dodge Sidewinder are equipped with a 7,990 cc engine.
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 (1,154 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. (720 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 631 HP |
| Torque | 1154 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
