1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Viper | 2004 Ford GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | GT |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
