1981 Dodge Omni vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 32 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 860 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Omni | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Omni | Panamera |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |