1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica 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 157 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 302 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Copperhead | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
