1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 29 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni.
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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Omni | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
