2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1988 Dodge Omni
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 721 kg more than 1988 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1988 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Omni |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2530 mm |
