1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1986 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 528 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra. 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1986 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
