1984 Dodge Omni vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 29 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 814 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge Omni | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Omni | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |