1997 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H 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 69 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 283 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, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Copperhead | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Copperhead | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2700 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |