1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, 1997 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 605 kg more than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Copperhead has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Copperhead will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1997 Dodge Copperhead | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Copperhead |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
