1994 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 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 259 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 298 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Viper | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Patrol |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |