1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Viper | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3302 mm |
