1978 Dodge Omni vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Dodge Omni is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Omni. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Omni weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Omni. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Omni | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Omni | Accord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
