Dodge Viper 2 (SR II) Targa (1995-2002)

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Product Overview

Dodge Viper Mk2 RT/10 (chassis code SR II) is a large targa-top in production from 1995 to 2002. It was powered by two tunes of the Viper V10 engine that displaced 8.0 liters paired to a 6-speed BorgWarner manual transmission.
One of the most iconic American sports cars in the last few decades, the Mk2 Viper has a slightly less art deco take on the styling of the original. It is more powerful and torquey, and its handling could still be a handful for those unfamiliar with the car's rear-biased weight distribution and high torque.
Utility-minded owners will have to keep in mind that the 334L (12cu-ft) cargo space may not be sufficient, though this hardly matters when the car delivers so much in driving pleasure.
Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the Dodge Viper RT/10 comes with double-wishbone suspensions at all four corners.

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What we found**

Neofiliac score 94% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Exceptional, art deco styling
  • Iconic Viper V10 engine
  • Supreme torque output
  • 6-speed manual
Cons
  • Hard to handle
  • Gets the driver in trouble easily

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Specifications

RT/10RT/10 1997+

Capacity

Cargo Capacity334 L / 11.8 cu-ft193 L / 6.8 cu-ft
Fuel Capacity72.0 L / 19.0 gal68.0 L / 18.0 gal
Passengers2

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearVentilated discs
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Suspension | FrontDouble-wishbone
Suspension | RearDouble-wishbone
Tire Size275/40 R17, 335/35 R17

Construction

Body Style2-door Convertible

Dimensions

Size | Height1117 mm / 44.0 in1118 mm / 44.0 in
Size | Length4448 mm / 175.1 in4475 mm / 176.2 in
Size | Width1924 mm / 75.7 in1923 mm / 75.7 in
Track Width | Front1514.0 mm / 59.6 in
Track Width | Rear1538.0 mm / 60.6 in1539.0 mm / 60.6 in
Weight1588.0 kg / 3500.9 lbs1560.0 kg / 3439.2 lbs
Wheelbase2444 mm / 96.2 in2443 mm / 96.2 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h4.5 sec4.0 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph4.3 sec3.8 sec
Fuel Economy25.0 L/100km / 9.4 MPG (urban) | 15.2 L/100km / 15.5 MPG (highway)21.4 L/100km / 11.0 MPG (urban) | 11.8 L/100km / 19.9 MPG (highway)
Top Speed285.0 km/h / 177.1 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive
Engine | Bore101.6 mm / 4.0 in
Engine | Compression Ratio9.1:19.6:1
Engine | Displacement8.0 L / 487.6 cu-in / 7990.0 cc
Engine | Power420.0 hp / 313.2 kW @ 5200 rpm450.0 hp / 335.6 kW @ 5200 rpm
Engine | Specific Output52.6 hp/L / 0.9 hp/cu-in56.3 hp/L / 0.9 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke98.5 mm / 3.9 in
Engine | Torque661 Nm / 487.5 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm664 Nm / 489.7 lb-ft @ 3700 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V10 engine with 2 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears6-speed
Transmission | TypeManual

Production

Availability1995 ~ 19971997 ~ 2002

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