1997 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 1997 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. 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, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Copperhead | 1970 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Copperhead | 17 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
