1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 155 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Because 1989 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 1989 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano, 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Murano |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |
