1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1983 Lotus Excel is newer by 3 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Excel weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lotus Excel 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 1983 Lotus Excel. 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Omni | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Omni | Excel |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 31 L |