1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Omni | Carina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
