1988 Dodge Omni vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 23 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 904 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Omni | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Omni | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2789 mm |
