1981 Dodge Omni vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Dodge Omni is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 1981 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Omni | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Omni | Leone |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |