1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL 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 17 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Omni weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Dodge Omni (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Omni | DL |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
