1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 7 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 2 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 845 kg more than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Omni. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Omni. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Omni | Retona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| 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 | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
