1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 530 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Omni | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
