2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1970 Ford Escort | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7999 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 664 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |