1982 Dodge Omni vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1982 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 500 kg more than 1982 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Omni | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Omni | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
