1981 Dodge Omni vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1981 Dodge Omni is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Omni weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Omni | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Omni | 305 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
