2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1988 Dodge Omni
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 547 kg more than 1988 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1988 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Colorado | Omni |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
