1983 Dodge Omni vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Omni (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Omni weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1983 Dodge Omni (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Omni | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Omni | Life |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |