1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 15 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 336 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Dodge | Dacia |
Model | Viper | Duster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2673 mm |