1989 Dodge Omni vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Omni weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina.
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, 1989 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Omni | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Omni | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |