1983 Dodge Omni vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 15 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Omni weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Omni. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Omni | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Omni | Avella |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
