1984 Dodge Omni vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 27 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Omni weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Dodge Omni (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Omni | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Omni | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 33 L |
