1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 13 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 260 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 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Omni | 405 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
