2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1971 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 168 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1971 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Dart |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
