1981 Dodge Omni vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 205 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, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Omni | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Omni | 626 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
