1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1990 Dodge Omni

To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1105 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 1970 Chrysler Town & Country 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 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Chrysler Town & Country 1990 Dodge Omni
Make Chrysler Dodge
Model Town & Country Omni
Year Released 1970 1990
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6284 cc 2213 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 92 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2130 kg 1025 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2530 mm