1987 Dodge Omni vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1995 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Omni | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Omni | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
