1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1975 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina 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 164 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 112 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. 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 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1975 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Copperhead | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
