2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 702 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1987 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Viper | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
