1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 312 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Viper | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |