2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |