2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1983 Dodge Omni
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 840 kg more than 1983 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Omni. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1983 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | Omni |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
