1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1992 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 1992 Chevrolet Suburban and 1992 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 603 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1992 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1992 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1992 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Viper |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2520 mm |