1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 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 3 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Omni | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
