2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |