1986 Dodge Omni vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 21 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Omni.
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, 2007 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Omni | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 54 L |
