2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper 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 103 kg more than 2008 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 789 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Viper | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 166 HP |
Torque | 979 Nm | 190 Nm |
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 | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |