1981 Dodge Omni vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 24 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 265 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Omni | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Omni | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
