2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 645 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
