2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 352 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 647 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
