1989 Dodge Omni vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 806 (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1989 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, 1994 Peugeot 806 (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Omni | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Omni | 806 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
