1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Omni weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Omni | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Omni | Prelude |
Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |