1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 12 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 913 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Viper | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
