2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
