1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 2 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, 1990 Dodge Omni (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Omni | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Omni | Tracer |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
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 | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |