1981 Dodge Omni vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Omni weights approximately 5 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina.
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, 1991 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Omni | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Omni | Carina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
