1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Omni weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omni | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
