1987 Dodge Omni vs. 1986 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1987 Dodge Omni is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Omni (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Omni weights approximately 325 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. 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, 1987 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Omni | 1986 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Omni | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
