2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore 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 357 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 308 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Viper | Commodore |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |