1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 601 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Viper | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Viper | Discovery |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |