1979 Dodge Omni vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia is newer by 17 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Omni (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (63 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Dodge Omni.
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, 1996 Skoda Felicia (124 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Omni | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Dodge | Skoda |
Model | Omni | Felicia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |