2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 718 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Viper | R-100 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1963 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |