1989 Dodge Omni vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 361 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.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Omni | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Omni | 626 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
