2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Type S 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 342 more horse power than 1988 TVR Type S. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 623 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S. 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 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Viper | Type S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2300 mm |
