1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 520 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Omni | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
