1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 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 1 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Because 1974 Mazda 929 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 1974 Mazda 929. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Omni | 929 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
