1988 Dodge Omni vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 14 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 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 2 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1988 Dodge Omni.
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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (206 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Omni | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Omni | 206 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
