1984 Dodge Omni vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1984 Dodge Omni is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Omni weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Because 1968 Lotus Europa 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 1968 Lotus Europa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Dodge Omni (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Omni | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Omni | Europa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
