1997 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1970 Ford Escort
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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort 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 97 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Copperhead | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Copperhead | Escort |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
