1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 465 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 449 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
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 (913 Nm) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
