1989 Dodge Omni vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Omni (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Dodge Omni.
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, 1989 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Omni | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omni | Polo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
