1981 Dodge Omni vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera is newer by 11 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, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Omni weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
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, 1992 Toyota Sera (132 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Omni | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Omni | Sera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
