2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 103 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 604. 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Viper | 604 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
