1985 Dodge Omni vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 9 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Omni | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Omni | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |