2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger. 2009 Dodge Challenger has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Challenger | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 415 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
