2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1978 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada 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 354 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada.
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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1978 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Granada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
