1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 32 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 750 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 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Omni | RS5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |
