1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF 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 286 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 354 kg more than 2002 MG TF. 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Viper | TF |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
