1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona 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 358 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 565 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. 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, 1993 Proton Persona, 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Viper | Persona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
