2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 303 kg more than 1992 Toyota Supra.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | Supra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |