1996 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 16 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 182 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 490 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Viper | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Viper | Equator |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3560 mm |