2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 10 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 389 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster, 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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Dodge | Dacia |
| Model | Viper | Duster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2673 mm |
