1979 Dodge Omni vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 1988 Honda Integra is newer by 9 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, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Integra weights approximately 20 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.
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, 1988 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Omni | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Omni | Integra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
