2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman 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 276 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 36 kg more than 1990 Holden Statesman. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Statesman. 1990 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1990 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
