1997 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Copperhead 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 170 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Copperhead | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Copperhead | Today |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
