1985 Dodge Omni vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Omni | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Omni | Delta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 48 L |
