1983 Dodge Omni vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1983 Dodge Omni is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1010 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 1972 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Omni. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Omni | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Omni | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |