1982 Dodge Omni vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 28 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Omni weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Omni | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
