1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 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.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 1980 Dodge Omni (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Omni | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| 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 | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |
