2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio 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 383 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
