1985 Dodge Omni vs. 1985 Ford Orion

To start off, both 1985 Dodge Omni and 1985 Ford Orion were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Orion (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Omni weights approximately 85 kg more than 1985 Ford Orion.

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 Dodge Omni (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Dodge Omni 1985 Ford Orion
Make Dodge Ford
Model Omni Orion
Year Released 1985 1985
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1592 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 55 L


 

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