1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1977 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 305 kg more than 1977 Ford Maverick. 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1977 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
