2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aspire 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 437 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 593 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aspire, 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
