1981 Dodge Omni vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1981 Dodge Omni is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Omni weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 1979 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Omni | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Omni | Accord |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |