1988 Dodge Omni vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1988 Dodge Omni is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Omni (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Omni weights approximately 136 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Omni | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omni | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
