2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1989 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 131 kg more than 1989 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Viper | 1989 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Vanette |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2080 mm |