1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1981 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Omni. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1981 Dodge Omni has manual transmission. 1981 Dodge Omni will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Omni |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |
