2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper 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 43 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Viper. (450 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 478 kg more than 1998 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 Viper (712 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 8001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 664 Nm |
| 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 | 1535 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
