1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 425 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 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
