1986 Dodge Omni vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Dodge Omni is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Omni weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Dodge Omni | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Omni | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |