1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Viper. (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 233 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mustang. (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
