1983 Dodge Omni vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Dodge Omni is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Omni weights approximately 8 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Omni. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Omni | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Omni | Corona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |