1977 Dodge Omni vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Omni weights approximately 66 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Omni | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Omni | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1716 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 41 L |