2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 417 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 423 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
