1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Platina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
