2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7. 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 (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
