2003 Dodge Durango vs. 1992 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 433 kg more than 1992 Dodge Viper.
Because 2003 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Durango 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Durango. 2003 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1992 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1992 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Durango | 1992 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Durango | Viper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
