1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Omni | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
