1985 Dodge Omni vs. 2005 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Omni | 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Omni | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3130 mm |
