2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 53 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang. 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
