1977 Dodge Omni vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 169 kg more than 1977 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Omni | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Omni | Galant |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
