1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Omni (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 64 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Because 1956 Ford Consul 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 1956 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Consul |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
