1986 Dodge Omni vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1986 Dodge Omni is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1969 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1986 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Omni | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Dodge | NSU |
| Model | Omni | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 82 L |
