2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri 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 400 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri.
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 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
