1990 Dodge Omni vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 454 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.
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, 2007 Volvo C30 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Omni | C30 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
