1979 Dodge Omni vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 16 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 2,317 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (251 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 545 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Omni | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Omni | 850 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
