2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 392 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Volare. 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Viper | Volare |
Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 231 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |