2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol 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 285 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 307 kg more than 2001 Dodge Viper.
Because 2001 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 2001 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| 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 | 376 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
