1989 Dodge Omni vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 22 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 813 kg more than 1989 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Omni | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Omni | S80 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2835 mm |
