1981 Dodge Omni vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Omni | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Omni | Galant |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
