1983 Dodge Omni vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 13 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 495 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 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Omni. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Omni | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Omni | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
