2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1989 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 54 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Cressida. 1989 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1989 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
