1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (68 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 620 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 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (177 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Omni | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
