1999 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 435 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Journey. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 757 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
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, 2010 Dodge Journey, 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 (913 Nm) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey. 2010 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Journey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2891 mm |
