1989 Dodge Omni vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 20 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Omni. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 847 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Omni | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
Model | Omni | Town Car |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3000 mm |