2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 596 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1972 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Granada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
