1982 Dodge Omni vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Omni | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Omni | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
