1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Omni | 240 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
