1988 Dodge Omni vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1988 Dodge Omni is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant 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 2 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 139 kg more than 1988 Dodge Omni.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 165 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Omni | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Omni | Galant |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
