1985 Dodge Omni vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1985 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Omni | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Omni | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2990 mm |
