1984 Dodge Omni vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 24 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 744 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.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Omni | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Omni | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
