2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Nissan GT-R. (485 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan GT-R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan GT-R. (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan GT-R.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Viper | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | GT-R |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |