1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1998 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 83 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper.
Because 1998 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Viper | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |