1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 760 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Omni | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Omni | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |