1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 19 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 335 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Omni. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Omni | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
