1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 272 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Viper | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Primera |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |