1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Crown (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 350 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 1977 Toyota Crown 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 1977 Toyota Crown. 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, 1977 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Omni | Crown |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
