1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 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 1 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Because 1978 Peugeot 504 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 1978 Peugeot 504. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Omni | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Omni | 504 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |