2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1980 Dodge Omni
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1980 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Omni |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
