1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 14 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, 1980 Dodge Omni (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Omni weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today 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, 1994 Honda Today 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 (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Omni | Today |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
