1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1978 Toyota Celica

To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 180 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.

Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Dodge Omni 1978 Toyota Celica
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Omni Celica
Year Released 1980 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1715 cc 2563 cc
Horse Power 65 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2640 mm