1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 Dodge Copperhead

To start off, both 1997 Dodge Viper and 1997 Dodge Copperhead were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 211 kg more than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. 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 Viper (664 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Dodge Viper 1997 Dodge Copperhead
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Viper Copperhead
Year Released 1997 1997
Body Type Roadster Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7986 cc 2700 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 415 HP 217 HP
Torque 664 Nm 255 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1506 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2800 mm


 

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