1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass

To start off, both 1990 Dodge Omni and 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 175 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.

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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Dodge Omni 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Make Dodge Oldsmobile
Model Omni Cutlass
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2213 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 92 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1025 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2640 mm


 

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