1989 Citroen BX vs. 1981 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Omni weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1981 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | BX | Omni |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
