2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 631 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |