1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 123 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Copperhead | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
