1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 132 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Journey. (283 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey. 2012 Dodge Journey 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 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Journey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
