1979 Dodge Omni vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1979 Dodge Omni is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Omni | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Omni | Luce |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |