1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Belmont 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 1969 Holden Belmont. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Omni | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
