1989 Dodge Omni vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 17 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, 1989 Dodge Omni (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 1989 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Omni | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Omni | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
