1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 560 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 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Omni | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Omni | Forester |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |