1988 Dodge Omni vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1988 Dodge Omni is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Omni (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1988 Dodge Omni.
Because 1970 Peugeot 504 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 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Omni | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Omni | 504 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
