1982 Dodge Omni vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,716 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Omni weights approximately 22 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Omni | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omni | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
