2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Nissan 270 R
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 270 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 270 R would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 270 R. (270 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 270 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 Nissan 270 R. 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 Viper (759 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 270 R. (344 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 270 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1994 Nissan 270 R | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | 270 R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
