1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 144 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
