1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 535 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 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Omni |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
