2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 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 323 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | 960 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
