1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1984 Lada Niva is newer by 4 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lada Niva weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1984 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Omni | Niva |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |
