1979 Dodge Omni vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 1980 Skoda L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Omni (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Omni weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Omni | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Omni | L |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
