2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 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 253 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Viper | 968 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
