1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 140 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, 1980 Dodge Omni (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Omni | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
