1983 Dodge Omni vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 26 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 998 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 2009 Jeep Liberty 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Omni. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Omni | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Omni | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 74 L |
