1983 Dodge Omni vs. 1978 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1983 Dodge Omni is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Omni (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Taunus weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Dodge Omni.
Because 1978 Ford Taunus 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 1978 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Dodge Omni (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Omni | 1978 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 94 L |
