1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 22 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 241 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 374 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 2011 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Viper | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |