1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1968 Toyota Crown

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 Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 350 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 Crown 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 Crown. 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, 1968 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Dodge Omni 1968 Toyota Crown
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Omni Crown
Year Released 1990 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2213 cc 2599 cc
Horse Power 92 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1025 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2750 mm