1977 Dodge Omni vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 31 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Omni (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 164 kg more than 1977 Dodge Omni.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Omni | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omni | Polo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
