1979 Dodge Omni vs. 2011 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 32 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 505 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, 2011 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Omni | 2011 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Brilliance |
| Model | Omni | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
