2002 Dodge M80 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2002 Dodge M80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge M80 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Dodge M80 (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge M80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge M80 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | M80 | Today |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
