1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1997 Mercury Villager is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Villager weights approximately 258 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
Because 1993 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 1993 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Villager, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 1997 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Viper | Villager |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
