1980 Audi 80 vs. 1980 Dodge Omni
To start off, both 1980 Audi 80 and 1980 Dodge Omni were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Omni weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. 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, 1980 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 1980 Dodge Omni | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | 80 | Omni |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |