1979 Dodge Omni vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 30 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 330 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.
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, 1979 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Omni | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Omni | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4299 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
