2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 295 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 57 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 1994 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2930 mm |
