1984 Dodge Omni vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1984 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Omni | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Omni | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 74 L |
