1981 Dodge Omni vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 11 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (90 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 96 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.
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, 1992 Renault 19 (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Omni | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Omni | 19 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
