2007 Dodge Viper vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 107 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane. 1987 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Viper | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
