1997 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 295 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
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) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Copperhead | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Copperhead | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
