1982 Dodge Omni vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 390 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Omni | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Omni | Leon |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1716 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |