2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett 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 392 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 685 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. 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 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
