2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 551 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica. 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 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |