1979 Dodge Omni vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 444 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Omni | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Omni | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
