1984 Dodge Omni vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Omni weights approximately 158 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge Omni | 1985 Ford Laser | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Omni | Laser |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |