2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio 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 482 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 461 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio. 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 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8355 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
