2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 540 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Viper | 120 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |