2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1986 Dodge Omni
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Dodge Omni (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 1986 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Lanos | Omni |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 49 L |
