1982 Dodge Omni vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 25 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Omni.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Omni. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1982 Dodge Omni has manual transmission. 1982 Dodge Omni will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Omni | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Omni | CL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
