2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 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 299 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 780. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 21 kg more than 1990 Volvo 780. 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) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | 780 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
