1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Copperhead 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 85 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 309 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) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Copperhead | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
