1993 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1993 Toyota MR2. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2010 Dodge Viper.
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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | MR2 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
