2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (979 Nm) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Granada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
