1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 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 137 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 65 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Copperhead | 929 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
