2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (979 Nm) has 764 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |
