2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 366 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 761 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 1998 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, 1998 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 (678 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1810 mm |
