1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Toyota Stallion
To start off, 2008 Toyota Stallion 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 237 kg more than 2008 Toyota Stallion.
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 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Stallion. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Stallion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 2008 Toyota Stallion | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Stallion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1812 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
