1986 Dodge Omni vs. 1986 Zastava Yugo

To start off, both 1986 Dodge Omni and 1986 Zastava Yugo were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Omni (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Zastava Yugo. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1986 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Omni weights approximately 178 kg more than 1986 Zastava Yugo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1986 Dodge Omni (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Zastava Yugo. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Zastava Yugo.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Dodge Omni 1986 Zastava Yugo
Make Dodge Zastava
Model Omni Yugo
Year Released 1986 1986
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 1116 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 55 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 802 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 3530 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 30 L


 

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