2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1979 Ford LTD
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 LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
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 (678 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (525 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | LTD |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 297 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3080 mm |
