1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Prisma 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 17 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Omni weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Lancia Prisma. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Omni | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Omni | Prisma |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |