1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1996 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 406 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 4 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 406. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 215 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 406. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1996 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Omni | 406 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
