1982 Dodge Omni vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 4 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 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Omni weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Omni | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Omni | 205 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 110 L |
