1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 218 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Copperhead | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
