1982 Dodge Omni vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,716 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Omni weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1984 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Omni | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Omni | Corolla |
Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1716 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |