1983 Dodge Omni vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 664 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 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Omni. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Omni | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Omni | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
