1994 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 15 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 198 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 620 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Viper | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
