2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S90 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 316 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S90 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | S90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
