2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (301 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Falcon |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |