1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 726 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1991 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Viper | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
