1988 Dodge Omni vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 109 kg more than 1988 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Omni | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Omni | Carina |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |