1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Omni weights approximately 210 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda Familia 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 1969 Mazda Familia. 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, 1980 Dodge Omni (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Omni | Familia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
