1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 655 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Sera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
