2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra 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 426 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra.
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 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
