2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 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 (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. 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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Viper | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Viper | 505 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |