1979 Dodge Omni vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1979 Dodge Omni is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Omni weights approximately 145 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1979 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Omni | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Omni | Golf |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |