1979 Dodge Omni vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1982 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Carina (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1982 Toyota Carina (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Omni | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Omni | Carina |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |