1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 54 L |
