2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 250 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 195 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Viper | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
