1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva 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 35 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Omni weights approximately 239 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Omni | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2300 mm |
