2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. (375 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
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 Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Viper | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Viper | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 6965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |