1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Escort |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 41 L |
