1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 17 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 264 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Focus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
