2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 78 kg more than 1992 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |