1977 Dodge Omni vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 94 kg more than 1977 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, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Omni | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Omni | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
