1985 Dodge Omni vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Dodge Omni is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Omni weights approximately 218 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1968 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Omni | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Escort |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 87 L |
