2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 149 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Nitro | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2520 mm |
