1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 19 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 416 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Viper | Defender |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |
