2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva 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 438 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 707 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2300 mm |
