1984 Dodge Omni vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1984 Dodge Omni and 1984 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Granada 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 Ford Granada. 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 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge Omni | 1984 Ford Granada | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Omni | Granada |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |