1985 Dodge Omni vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1985 Dodge Omni is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Omni weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Omni | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omni | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
