1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda Cosmo 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 127 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 33 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. 1980 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Copperhead has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Copperhead will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Copperhead | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| 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 | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
