1985 Dodge Omni vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 22 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 438 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 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Omni | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Omni | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 79 L |
