1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Omni 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) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Omni weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Dodge Omni (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Omni | 9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
