1984 Dodge Omni vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1993 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 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 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 620 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 1993 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Omni | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Omni | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
