1983 Dodge Omni vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 27 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 768 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 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Omni. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Omni | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omni | CC |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
