1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2504 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 167 L |
