1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
