2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 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 256 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960. 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) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | 960 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
