2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 127 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Torino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
