2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 103 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Falcon |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8195 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |