1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang.
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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Viper | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Mustang |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |