2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 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 470 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 625 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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 Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
