1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 376 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
