1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1985 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Omni weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Omni. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1985 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Applause | Omni |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |
