2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1981 Lada 1200
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 391 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 985 kg more than 1981 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 1981 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Viper | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 945 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 39 L |
