1988 Dodge Omni vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 694 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, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Omni | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Omni | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
