1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 462 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (468 Nm). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3330 mm |
