1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 179 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
