2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 306 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 31 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 1995 Ford Scorpio has automatic transmission and 2006 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2006 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Scorpio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 2935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
