1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1980 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1980 Dodge Omni (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1980 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Taft | Omni |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
