1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 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 95 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Viper | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
