2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 524 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |