2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida 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 337 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (157 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
