2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 172 kg more than 1998 Nissan Stagea. 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 (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Stagea. 1998 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1998 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Viper | Stagea |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |