1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 15 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 383 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Omni | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
