2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1992 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1992 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2520 mm |
