2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Santana, 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Santana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
