2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude 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 386 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 440 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
