1979 Dodge Omni vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 31 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 600 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.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Omni | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Omni | Orlando |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |