2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (216 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Falcon. (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Viper | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8274 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |