History

• A 1992 Dodge Viper convertible with optional hardtop.
  
  The first Viper RT/10s rolled off the assembly line for the 1992 model year. Its design was aggressive and interior was spartan, if not crude, to save weight. In fact, early versions bore many characteristics of the Cobra: Pure, unadulterated power with few niceties to make the drive comfortable.
  
  

Significance

• An inside look at the 1996 Viper.
  
  Chrysler used the Viper as a test vehicle to develop low-cost production techniques.
  
  

Function

• The Viper performs well on the racing circuit with improved power output.
  
  The vehicle was designed to reduce as much weight as possible to allow it to achieve speeds of up to 190 miles per hour.
  
  

Types

• Owners often heavily accessorize their Vipers.
  
  Dodge built 200 Vipers with the limited edition Mamba option package featuring a black interior with red trim.
  
  

Features

• The interior appointments of the 2004 model are a considerable improvement over the first versions.
  
  In a weight-saving gesture, initial offerings were devoid of creature comforts, although it had adjustable seats with inflatable lumber support.
  
  

Size

• The Viper SRT V10 engine.
  
  The 2009 model is equipped with an 8.4-liter V-10 generating 600 horsepower, and it measures 175 inches in length with a 98.8-inch wheelbase.
  
  

Fun Fact

• Viper SRT improved its power and handling over the years.
  
  Dodge loaned Universal Pictures four Vipers for the 2003 film "2 Fast 2 Furious" on the condition that none would be damaged.