1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Omni weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Omni | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Omni | Citi |
Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |