1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1996 Chrysler 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 1996 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Viper | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | NV |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3711 mm |
