1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1986 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1986 Dodge Omni is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 397 kg more than 1986 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Dodge Dart 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 1968 Dodge Dart. 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1986 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dart | Omni |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
