2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP) has 413 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 280 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
