2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 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 421 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 373 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. 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 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
