1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper 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 263 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 97 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
