1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 298 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Viper | Equator |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 232 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
