2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 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 391 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 653 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Viper | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
