2002 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 63 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari 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 (678 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Viper | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
