1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 881 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 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Omni | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
