2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 456 kg more than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Pulsar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |