1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 523 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. 1995 Holden Statesman 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. 1995 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Copperhead | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
