1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter 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 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 82 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Copperhead | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
