2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1986 Dodge Omni
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Omni weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1986 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | Omni |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
