1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 705 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Copperhead | S60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2776 mm |
