2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 361 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
