2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1982 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 473 kg more than 1982 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1982 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
