2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 756 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |