1986 Dodge Omni vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1996 Toyota Starlet is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Omni weights approximately 224 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Omni | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Omni | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
