1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 310 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.
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, 1988 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Omni | Thema |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
