1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 456 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 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Omni | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Omni | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 92 L |