1985 Dodge Omni vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 23 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1363 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 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Omni | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Omni | Charger |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |