1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 31 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Omni | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Omni | Corona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1858 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |