1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 1998 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, both 1998 Chrysler Viper and 1998 Dodge Copperhead were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 533 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler Viper | 1998 Dodge Copperhead | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Viper | Copperhead |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
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 | 1590 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |