2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (415 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 762 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper. 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 415 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
