1989 Dodge Omni vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1989 Dodge Omni is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 91 kg more than 1989 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Omni | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Capri |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
