1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1988 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1988 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 8 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 450 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 1988 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1988 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1988 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Omni | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
