1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1988 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort 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 3 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1988 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Escort |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
