1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Viper 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 294 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 253 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima. 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, 2001 Nissan Altima, 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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Altima |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 96 mm |
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 | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |