1992 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 19 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 255 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 342 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Viper | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Dodge | Dacia |
Model | Viper | Duster |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2673 mm |