1993 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 20 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 53 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (306 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 839 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1993 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1993 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3221 mm |
