1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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 234 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 584 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Viper | Discovery |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 415 HP | 181 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |