1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 64 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
