1980 Dodge Omni vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 26 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, 1980 Dodge Omni (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Dodge Omni.
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, 1980 Dodge Omni (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Omni | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
