1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 12 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 282 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Viper | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
