1987 Dodge Omni vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 485 kg more than 1987 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Omni | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Omni | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
