1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 210 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.
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, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Dodge | NSU |
| Model | Omni | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |
