1983 Dodge Omni vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 19 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, 2002 Honda Life (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Omni weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Honda Life.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1983 Dodge Omni (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Omni | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Omni | Life |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
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 | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 31 L |