1992 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. 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 149 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Durango 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango. 2008 Dodge Durango 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. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Durango |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
