1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 500 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Omni | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
