1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Omni. (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 75 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 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Omni | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
