1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1979 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Omni weights approximately 94 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1979 Isuzu Bellett 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 1979 Isuzu Bellett. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1979 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Omni | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
