2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 721 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 661 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8355 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
