1982 Dodge Omni vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1982 Dodge Omni is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,716 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge Omni (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Omni weights approximately 254 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Omni | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Omni | Floride |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
