1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1971 Ford 17
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 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 25 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford 17 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Because 1971 Ford 17 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 1971 Ford 17. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1971 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | 17 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 87 L |
