1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 935 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Omni | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3230 mm |
