1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 23 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 745 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Omni | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
