1983 Dodge Omni vs. 1970 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1983 Dodge Omni is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Mustang (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 604 kg more than 1983 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Omni. (118 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Omni | 1970 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 7014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
