1974 BMW Touring vs. 1986 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1986 Dodge Omni is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 50 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1986 Dodge Omni | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Touring | Omni |
Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |