2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Cabriolet 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 313 more horse power than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 228 kg more than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1985 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Dodge | Venturi |
Model | Viper | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |