1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (129 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
