1988 Dodge Omni vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 582 kg more than 1988 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Omni | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Omni | Legacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |